The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
The risk
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-576 (18V576000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 18279 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper |
| Report date | August 30, 2018 |
| Owners notified | October 11, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 210,628 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2018 Buick Lacrosse
- 2019 Buick Lacrosse
- 2018 Buick Regal
- 2019 Buick Regal
- 2018 Cadillac XTS
- 2019 Cadillac XTS
- 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV
- 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
- 2018 Chevrolet Cruze
- 2019 Chevrolet Cruze
- 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
- 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
- 2018 Chevrolet Impala
- 2019 Chevrolet Impala
- 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2018 Chevrolet Volt
- 2019 Chevrolet Volt
- 2018 GMC Terrain
- 2019 GMC Terrain
Owner complaints about the brakes
- 2018 Buick Lacrosse brake problems 1
- 2018 Buick Regal brake problems 8
- 2019 Buick Regal brake problems 3
- 2018 Cadillac XTS brake problems 2
- 2019 Cadillac XTS brake problems 1
- 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV brake problems 7
- 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV brake problems 5
- 2018 Chevrolet Cruze brake problems 13
- 2019 Chevrolet Cruze brake problems 3
- 2018 Chevrolet Equinox brake problems 133
- 2019 Chevrolet Equinox brake problems 83
- 2018 Chevrolet Impala brake problems 8
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-576 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 210,628 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.